Gardener - Floral Design - On Call - Union - Corporate at MGM Resorts International

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Hospitality, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age or older
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
1+ years of prior relevant floral design experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
Ability to work nights (preferred)
Advanced floral knowledge (preferred)
Floral design experience in a resort environment (highly preferred)

Responsibilities

Plant, transplant, fertilize, water, prune, weed and apply chemicals to flower beds and plant areas
Maintain annuals, turf, trees, and shrubs by exercising proper horticultural practices
Monitor plant nutrition by checking soil, fertilizer, moisture, and overall appearance
Inspect work area to identify any potential safety hazards and ensure the landscape meets appearance standards
Properly use a variety of manual hand tools and equipment such as rakes, loppers, hand saws, pruning shears, shovels, hoes, fertilizer spreaders, pesticide sprayers, sod knifes and hedge shears
Drive/operate company vehicles or specialized carts to travel between properties and transport materials and equipment
Unload and inspect inventory as it is received
Operate specialized power and motorized equipment such as blowers, hedge trimmers, light tractors, lawn mowers, lawn edgers, chainsaws, aerial lifts, forklifts, turf aerators, roto-tillers and forklifts
Ensure appropriate pest management and irrigation management practices

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

plantingtransplantingfertilizingwateringpruningweedinglandscapinghorticulturepest managementirrigation managementlawn mowershedge trimmerschainsawsforklifts

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the starting pay rate for the On Call Gardener position?

The starting rate is $20.26 per hour.

Is this Gardener position remote or on-site?

This is an on-site position based in Las Vegas, Nevada, involving hands-on outdoor maintenance work across properties.

What skills and experience are required for this Gardener role?

Candidates need 1+ years of prior relevant floral design experience or equivalent, advanced floral knowledge preferred, and the ability to use manual tools, power equipment, and drive company vehicles. A High School Diploma or GED is required, along with availability for varied shifts including weekends and holidays.

What benefits are offered for this position at MGM Resorts?

Benefits include access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts, discounts with partners on travel and more, free meals in the employee dining room, free parking, and professional development opportunities.

What makes a strong candidate for the On Call Gardener - Floral Design role?

Ideal candidates have 1+ years of floral design experience, preferably in a resort environment, advanced floral knowledge, and the ability to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.